Cyberpunk 2077 Dev Declines Third-Person Camera Request
No Update Planned for Console Players, Sparks Fan Backlash
Cyberpunk 2077 players yearning for a third-person perspective will be disappointed, as developer CD Projekt Red has officially confirmed no such update is in the works for console versions.
Developer Stands Firm on First-Person View
Responding to persistent community requests on Reddit, the Cyberpunk 2077 development team explicitly stated that adding a third-person camera option is not part of their current plans. This decision means PC players will remain the only ones able to experience the game from this viewpoint, achievable through fan-made modifications.
The developer’s candid response has ignited controversy among the player base, with many expressing their dissatisfaction through negative feedback. Implementing a third-person camera is notoriously complex and resource-intensive, often requiring significant development effort and specialized techniques, as seen with games like Resident Evil Village, which introduced the feature via paid downloadable content.
Player Frustration Mounts Over Stance
The game, which has been available for nearly five years, has seen significant updates, including its second-largest patch, 2.3, this year. However, the refusal to implement a widely requested feature like a third-person perspective has left many players feeling unheard.
This development comes as the gaming industry increasingly explores player-requested features. For instance, a 2023 survey by Statista found that over 70% of gamers prefer a third-person perspective in open-world RPGs, highlighting the popularity of this viewpoint (Statista 2023).
CD Projekt Red’s decision to forgo the third-person camera on consoles marks a point of contention for a segment of Cyberpunk 2077’s dedicated audience.
